A. They had halved
B. They had doubled
C. They had more than tripled
D. They had remained unchanged

Explanation:

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reported that e-scooter-related hospitalisations had more than tripled since 2019. The findings renewed attention to road safety, helmet use and the risks associated with electric scooters.

Key points

• – Report date: 22 October 2026.
• – Organisation: Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
• – Topic: Transport injuries and public safety.
• – E-scooters are a form of personal electric mobility.

Related questions and answers

– Q: What does AIHW stand for?

A: Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

– Q: What is a common safety measure for e-scooter riders?

A: Wearing a properly fitted helmet.

– Q: What is an injury-related hospitalisation?

A: An injury severe enough to require hospital admission.